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Man Critically Wounded in Stabbing Incident in Sderot

A man is in critical condition after being stabbed on HaRambam Street in Sderot. He was transported to Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon by an MDA medical team. Police are investigati…

Politics4h ago

French Jewish Candidate Wins Primary, Faces Flour Attack

Raphaël Glucksmann won the French center-left primary on Sunday to become their presidential candidate, securing 66% of the vote. He was later attacked with flour by an assailant…

Weather5h ago·2 outlets

Israel Braces for Unsettled Weather with Rain, Brief Lull, and Cooler Temperatures

Israel's weather will be unsettled this week, starting Monday with cooler temperatures and local rain. A brief lull is expected on Wednesday with clearing skies and warmer tempera…

Security6h ago

Bus Driver Injured in Central Station Collision in Beersheba

A bus driver was moderately injured in Beersheba when two buses collided at the central station on Tuesday. Fire and rescue services extricated the trapped driver from one of the…

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Palestinian Detainees Report Torture, Starvation in Israeli Prisons

Five former Palestinian detainees have provided testimonies to the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, alleging severe mistreatment, including starvation, beatings, and medical neglect in…

General7h ago

Five Toddlers Escape Unsupervised from Petah Tikva Daycare, Reach Road

Five toddlers aged two to two and a half escaped unsupervised from a Petah Tikva daycare center through an open rear gate. Three reached a nearby road on toy vehicles, while two w…

General8h ago

Six Toddlers Escape Petah Tikva Daycare, Three Found Near Busy Road

Six toddlers escaped from a daycare center in Petah Tikva on Sunday, with three found near a busy road about a kilometer away. A passerby alerted police after spotting the unaccom…

Security8h ago·3 outlets

58 Drownings Recorded During 2026 Swimming Season

The 2026 swimming season in Israel ended with 58 drowning deaths, a slight increase from the previous year, according to Magen David Adom. Medical teams responded to 261 individua…

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IDF Reveals New Hamas Base Near Gaza Hospital

The IDF has revealed new evidence of Hamas military activity at the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Jabalia, Gaza, stating it was used as a central operations hub. In December 2024, over…

Security9h ago·3 outlets

Health Ministry Warns of Rabies After Infected Fox Found in Northern Israel

Israel's Ministry of Health is warning the public about rabies after an infected fox was found in Kiryat Shmona. The ministry is urging anyone who may have had contact with the fo…

Security9h ago·5 outlets

US Army Seeks to Emulate Israeli Combat Medicine Advances

The U.S. Army is studying the Israel Defense Forces' combat medicine practices to improve casualty care, according to a new report. The IDF has reduced combat soldier mortality fr…

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Toddler Dies After Being Hit by Vehicle in Northern Israel

A two-year-old girl died on Sunday after being hit by a car in Buq'ata-Nujeidat, northern Israel. Paramedics provided extensive resuscitation efforts during transport to Galilee M…

Security9h ago·3 outlets

Rabid Jackal Found Near Yeshiva in Kiryat Shmona, Health Ministry Issues Alert

A jackal infected with rabies was found near a yeshiva in Kiryat Shmona, prompting an urgent public health alert from the Ministry of Health. No human exposures are currently know…

Security9h ago·5 outlets

Man Critically Injured in Motorcycle Crash Near Acre

A 30-year-old man was critically injured in a motorcycle accident on Highway 4 near Acre on Tuesday evening. He sustained severe back and limb injuries and was transported to the…

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7-Year-Old Chaim Rubin's Cancer Returns, Family Seeks Aid for U.S. Treatment

Seven-year-old Chaim Rubin's medulloblastoma has returned after he previously beat it a year ago. His family needs to raise funds for advanced treatment in the U.S., having exhaus…

Security10h ago

Yemen's Houthis Pose Enduring Threat to Israel Despite Losses

Yemen's Houthi rebels continue to pose a significant threat to Israel and the Middle East despite territorial losses, according to expert Inbal Nissim Loveton. Their control over…

Security10h ago·2 outlets

Two Buses Collide in Beersheba, Injuring Nine

Two buses collided on Yehoshua Hankin Street in Beersheba on Sunday evening, resulting in nine injuries. A 25-year-old man suffered moderate injuries, while eight others had minor…

Security10h ago

Cyclist Injured in Collision with Car Near Bar'khiya

A 25-year-old man riding an electric bicycle was moderately injured after being hit by a car on Highway 35 near Bar'khiya. MDA paramedics treated the cyclist and one other lightly…

Security10h ago

Two-Year-Old Girl Dies in Road Accident in Northern Israel

A two-year-old girl from Tur'an died in a road accident in Bu'eine Nujeidat on Sunday evening. She was rushed to Poriya Medical Center in critical condition by paramedics. Despite…

General10h ago·4 outlets

Ten Injured in Serious Road Accident Near Givat Kochav Junction

Ten people were injured in a serious multi-vehicle accident on Highway 444 near Givat Kochav Junction. Emergency services treated and transported the injured to Beilinson and Sheb…

Security10h ago·3 outlets

Teen Injured in Tractor Accident in Baqa Al-Gharbiyya

A 15-year-old boy was moderately injured in Baqa Al-Gharbiyya on Tuesday evening after his "Tractoron" ATV overturned. Emergency services were alerted at 7:00 PM and provided init…

Security10h ago

Jordan Valley Brigade Command Center Thwarts Major Arms Smuggling, Apprehends Infiltrators

The 'Tirtzah' command center in the Jordan Valley and Emekim Regional Brigade thwarted a major arms smuggling operation, seizing over 35 weapons. This success followed a rapid ide…

Security11h ago

Iran Threatens Regional Tech Infrastructure If US Resumes Hostilities

Iran's National Security Council chief, Mohsen Rezaei, threatened to destroy regional technology infrastructure, including data centers and AI facilities, if the U.S. resumes host…

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Man Revived After Collapsing While Driving in Petah Tikva

A man in his 60s lost consciousness while driving in Petah Tikva and was found without a pulse or breathing. Emergency medical teams performed CPR and used a defibrillator, succes…

Security11h ago

Toddler Critically Injured After Being Hit by Vehicle in Northern Israel

A two-year-old girl is in critical condition after being hit by a car in Ba'ne Nagidat on Sunday evening. Medical teams provided initial treatment before transporting her to Poriy…

Security11h ago·4 outlets

Toddler Critically Injured After Being Hit by Car in Northern Israel

A two-year-old girl was critically injured after being hit by a car in Bu'eine Nujeidat, northern Israel, on Tuesday evening. Magen David Adom paramedics treated the child, who su…

Security11h ago

Toddler Critically Injured in Northern Israel Road Accident

A two-year-old toddler was critically injured in a road accident in the village of Buqata, northern Israel. The child was evacuated to Poriya Medical Center - Galilee Regional Hos…

Security11h ago

Toddler Critically Injured After Being Hit by Car in Northern Israel

A two-year-old girl was critically injured on Sunday evening after being hit by a car in the northern Israeli village of Bu'eine Nujeidat. Paramedics provided extensive life-savin…

Security11h ago·2 outlets

Vacationing Man Hospitalized After Being Attacked by Loose Dog in Eilat

A 70-year-old man vacationing in Eilat was hospitalized and underwent emergency surgery after a large, unsupervised dog attacked him, causing a complex arm fracture. The surgery t…

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Saudi Arabia Expected to Intensify Strikes on Houthis After Deadly Airport Attack

Following a deadly attack on Riyadh's airport that killed 12 and injured 309, Saudi Arabia is expected to intensify its military campaign against Yemen's Houthis, experts told The…

Security11h ago

Lawyers Seek to Overturn Gaza Smuggling Charges Citing Procedural Lapses

Lawyers for 11 defendants accused of smuggling goods into Gaza, including Bezalel Zini, brother of the Shin Bet chief, are demanding the dismissal of charges. They cite significan…

Culture11h ago

Remembering Rochelle Furstenberg: Groundbreaking Writer and Editor

Rochelle Furstenberg, an influential writer, editor, and literary critic, has passed away at the age of 90. Known for her work in Israeli and American publications, she was also t…

Security12h ago8·3 outlets

IDF Reveals Hamas Terrorists Operating From Gaza Hospital

The IDF has revealed intelligence showing Hamas terrorists operating from the Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, using it for military activities at night. This alleged exploi…

Health12h ago

Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule

Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during a recent medical examination. The procedure is scheduled for early next week at Gemelli Hospital in Rom…

Security12h ago

9/11 Victim's Daughter Fought in IDF on October 7

Jamie Pila, 24, served as an IDF combat intelligence soldier, motivated by her father's death in the 9/11 attacks. On October 7, 2023, she was deployed near the Gaza border during…

Weather12h ago

Rain Returns to Two Regions, Thunderstorms Expected: Weather Forecast

Israel's Meteorological Service predicts rain and isolated thunderstorms in the southern Negev, Arava, and Eilat starting Sunday night. Local rain is expected to continue in vario…

Security12h ago·10 outlets

Kfar Saba Man Arrested for Brutal Attack on Girlfriend, Dog

A man in his 50s was arrested in Kfar Saba for allegedly beating his girlfriend and killing her dog with a samurai sword. The woman suffered multiple facial fractures and is hospi…

Sports13h ago

Crystal Palace Goal Credited to Khalaily, Then Lerma, Amidst Debate

Crystal Palace's late first-half goal against Nottingham Forest was initially credited to Anan Khalaily but later officially awarded to Jefferson Lerma. The BBC reported that Khal…

Politics13h ago

Israeli Parties Divided on Judicial Overhaul Proposals

Israeli political parties are deeply divided on proposed judicial reforms, with elections looming. Parties like Likud and Otzma Yehudit push for limiting the High Court's power an…

Health13h ago

New Israeli Association Aims to Combat Stigma and Improve Care for People with Obesity

A new organization, the Israeli Association for People Living with Obesity, has been founded to advocate for individuals with obesity, combat stigma, and improve healthcare access…

Health14h ago·2 outlets

Israel Faces Flu Season Amid Vaccine Shortages and Low Uptake

Israel is seeing the start of the flu season with rising cases, but only 3% of the population has been vaccinated as of October 6. Vaccine deliveries are ongoing, with shortages r…

Politics14h ago3·2 outlets

Hamas Backs Palestinian Election Postponement to 2027

Hamas has approved the postponement of Palestinian elections until September 2027, a move analysts believe aims to restore the group's legitimacy and consolidate its power. Palest…

Security14h ago

Child Injured in Harish Vehicle Collision

A seven-year-old boy was moderately injured after being hit by a car on Tsalon Street in Harish on Sunday afternoon. MDA paramedics treated the child at the scene for facial and c…

Politics14h ago

Arab Parties Clash Over Potential Support for Israeli Government

The head of the Joint List, Yousef Jabareen, declared his party's willingness to support an alternative government to Benjamin Netanyahu, provided specific demands for the Arab co…

Politics14h ago·2 outlets

Arab World Reassesses Oct. 7, Hamas Support Declines

A study by Psychological Warfare reveals growing divisions in the Arab world over the October 7 attacks, with diminishing belief in Hamas's victory. While criticism of Hamas is ri…

Health14h ago

FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug, Boosting Stock

The FDA has approved Teva Pharmaceutical Industries' new schizophrenia drug, Weltruza, a monthly injection that does not require post-administration medical supervision. The appro…

Politics14h ago

Israeli Women Demand Concrete Action on Equality Ahead of Elections

Israeli women's organizations are demanding concrete policy commitments on gender equality from political parties ahead of the October 27 election. A WIZO survey found 54% of wome…

Health14h ago·6 outlets

Former Wolfson Director Dr. Yitzhak Berlovich Dies at 77

Dr. He also served in senior roles at the Ministry of Health, helping to advance the National Health Insurance Law. The hospital staff expressed condolences to his wife and family.